Optical fibre cables imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Morocco imported $62.4 million of optical fibre cables in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $62.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $50.4M | 830 t |
| 2022 | $50.6M | 785 t |
| 2021 | $25.3M | 543 t |
| 2020 | $14.4M | 301 t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 147 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 74 t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 163 t |
Where Morocco imports optical fibre cables from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+263% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $39.0M | 63% |
| Japan | $13.9M | 22% |
| India | $3.6M | 5.7% |
| Denmark | $2.5M | 4% |
| United States | $1.3M | 2.1% |
| Sweden | $617K | 1% |
| Indonesia | $499K | 0.8% |
| France | $240K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $234K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $221K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $59.12 per kg, 40% above the world average of $42.33. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Optical fibre cables exports from Morocco
Exports of optical fibre cables by Morocco reached $3.8 million in 2024 (29 tonnes). France alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.8M | 99% |
| Slovakia | $35K | 0.9% |
| Togo | $8K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.1% |
| Liberia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
| Croatia | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Canada | $1K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco optical fibre cables imports (HS 9001.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9001.10: Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables: excluding those of heading no. 8544.
Common questions
What is the value of optical fibre cables imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported optical fibre cables worth $62.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 202 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical fibre cables to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($39.0 million), followed by Japan (22%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 263% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical fibre cables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $59.12 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $42.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical fibre cables to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $62.4 million in 2024, an increase of 847%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $27.7 million a year.
Does Morocco also export optical fibre cables?
Yes. Morocco exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Slovakia and Togo. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $58.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical fibre cables?
The HS code for optical fibre cables is subheading 9001.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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